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Keto Bean Salad (Low Carb)

Looking for a simple, delicious, and low-carb dish? Keto Bean Salad is packed with fresh flavors, healthy fats, and all the crunch you need to keep your taste buds happy! It’s great for parties, holidays, and just because.

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Why You’ll Love This Keto Bean Salad

  • It’s big on flavor: Every bite bursts with a combination of tangy, savory, and fresh ingredients that make this salad simply irresistible. You won’t even miss the carbs!
  • Quick and easy: Just a little chopping, a quick toss, and you’ve got a tasty salad on the table in minutes. This salad is perfect when you don’t feel like spending forever in the kitchen.
  • Great for holidays and events: This recipe is based on Three Bean Salad, which is a classic picnic, party, and holiday side dish salad. This version just skips the carb-heavy beans and adds red onion for extra flavor.

Ingredients Needed to Make This Low Carb Keto Bean Salad Recipe

Ingredient quantities for this salad side dish are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

  • Canned cut green beans
  • Canned cut wax beans
  • Red onion
  • Green bell pepper
  • Swerve Granular
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • Soy sauce (optional)
  • Light olive oil

Canned wax beans are an underappreciated low carb vegetable! They contain only 2g net carbs per 1/2-cup serving and taste great.

How to Make Keto Bean Salad {Quick Overview}

This is just a quick overview of some of the steps involved in making the low carb salad side dish. For the recipe in detail, including exact measurements used at each step, scroll to the recipe card at the end of the post.

First, prep your vegetables. Here’s what you’ll need to do:

  • Drain the canned green beans
  • Drain the canned wax beans
  • Dice the red onion
  • Dice the green pepper
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Add them to a bowl.

overhead view of ingredients evenly divided in a glass mixing bowl ready to be tossed

Whisk the dressing together using the remaining ingredients in a small bowl.

⭐ The soy sauce is optional, but I think it adds a nice pop of flavor and additional saltiness.

overhead view of dressing in a small bowl next to the glass bowl of ingredients

Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables.

overhead view of dressing added to the glass mixing bowl ingredients ready to be lightly tossed

Give everything a good toss, then cover the dish and place it in the fridge for at least one hour (overnight if possible!) to allow the flavors to fully develop.

overhead view of keto bean salad evenly tossed in a glass mixing bowl and ready to serve

Serve and enjoy!


More Summer Salad Recipes

When you need more ideas for cookout sides and keto summer picnic foods, give these a try:

  • Craving something crunchy and flavorful? Try this Low Carb Broccoli Salad! It’s a refreshing side that pairs perfectly with all your grilled favorites.
  • Make your summer gatherings even better with this Keto Coleslaw Recipe. Bold flavors and easy to whip up, this side is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or any feast!
  • Keep it fresh and zesty with this Cucumber and Tomato Onion Salad. It’s light, refreshing, and complements any cookout dish.
  • Add a pop of color and Mediterranean flavor to your table with this Healthy Greek Salad. It’s great as a side or even as the main event!
  • Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this creamy, cheesy Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. So good, no one will even miss the carbs!
  • Elevate your meal with bold Italian flavors using this Easy Antipasto Salad. Loaded with flavor and low on carbs, this is a guaranteed hit!
  • Take your cookout to the next level with these smoky, savory Bacon and Green Beans. Hearty, flavorful, and always a hit with family and friends!

How Do You Store Keto Bean Salad in the Refrigerator?

Storing keto bean salad in the refrigerator is super easy! Transfer the salad to an airtight container to keep it fresh and flavorful. It will stay good for up to 3-4 days. Then remove it and just give it a stir before serving to mix everything back together.

How Do You Freeze Keto Bean Salad?

Freezing keto bean salad is simple! Just portion the salad into airtight, freezer-safe containers, ensuring there’s minimal air exposure to prevent freezer burn. When you’re ready to enjoy it, thaw it in the fridge overnight and give it a quick toss to refresh the flavors.

Nutrition Facts for This Easy Keto Bean Salad Recipe

Per serving (8 total servings):

  • 96 calories
  • 7g fat
  • 2g protein
  • 5g net carbs
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Keto and Low Carb Meal Salads

This keto bean salad is great as a side dish salad, but it’s not loaded enough to be served as a meal. If you’re looking for meal salads that fill you up, give these a try:

  • Looking for a dish to please the crowd? This Low Carb Chicken Salad is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a party or a fresh lunch. Trust us, everyone will want seconds!
  • Perhaps you need something tangy and satisfying? This Low Carb Egg Salad is perfect as a picnic side, a quick lunch, or even a topping for toasted keto bread.
  • Skip the bun and dig into this Big Mac Salad! With crisp veggies, seasoned beef, and a creamy special sauce, it’s a nostalgic and easy dish for cookouts or weeknight dinners.
  • Light but satisfying, this Cobb Salad has the perfect balance of flavors for a delicious keto lunch or dinner. One bite, and you’ll be hooked!
  • Craving something fresh? This Chicken Strawberry Salad combines juicy strawberries, tender chicken, and a maple balsamic dressing for a summer-inspired treat anytime.
  • Love tacos? This Low Carb Taco Salad skips the tortilla but keeps all the flavor! Add our homemade taco seasoning for even more deliciousness.
  • Switch it up with this Turkey Taco Salad! Made with lean turkey and bold flavors, it’s quick, easy, and perfect for family dinners or solo meals.

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Keto Bean Salad

Looking for a simple, delicious, and low-carb dish? This Keto Bean Salad is packed with fresh flavors, healthy fats, and all the crunch you need to keep your taste buds happy!
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Course: Keto Side Dishes, salads
Cuisine: American, Western
Keyword: Easy, fresh
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 96kcal

Ingredients

  • 15- oz can cut green beans drained
  • 15- oz can cut wax beans drained
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 large green bell pepper
  • 1/3 cup Swerve Granular
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1/2 tbsp soy sauce optional
  • 1/4 cup light olive oil

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix green beans, wax beans, onion, and bell pepper.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients to create a dressing. Drizzle this dressing over the vegetables and stir.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour; for best results, let it chill overnight.
  • Before serving, give the salad a thorough mix.

Notes

  • Depending on the brand, some canned beans may weigh slightly less than or more than 15 ounces. As long as it’s close, you’re good to go.
Nutrition Facts
Keto Bean Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 96 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Sodium 142mg6%
Potassium 215mg6%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 321IU6%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer



Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.

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